Two Arrested in Jeff Davis Parish Narcotics Bust

Over 2 pounds of marijuana and 12 ounces of methamphetamine seized in search

Apr. 6, 2026 at 3:51pm

An extreme close-up photograph of a small plastic bag filled with crystalline powder, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually representing the evidence seized in a rural drug bust.A narcotics bust in Jeff Davis Parish uncovers a stash of methamphetamine and marijuana, highlighting the ongoing battle against drug trafficking in rural Louisiana.Jennings Today

Two men, Andre Gant, 31, and George Gant, 54, were arrested in Jennings, Louisiana after deputies executed a narcotics search warrant at their residence and seized over 2 pounds of marijuana, 12 ounces of methamphetamine, a firearm, and other drugs and drug paraphernalia. The men were charged with various drug possession and distribution offenses.

Why it matters

This bust highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement in Jeff Davis Parish to combat the trafficking and use of illegal drugs, particularly methamphetamine and marijuana, which continue to be major problems in the region. The seizure of a firearm also raises concerns about the potential for violence associated with the drug trade.

The details

During the search on April 2, deputies recovered approximately 12 ounces of methamphetamine, 2.5 pounds of marijuana, promethazine hydrochloride, drug paraphernalia, and a firearm from the residence of Andre Gant, 31, and George Gant, 54, on West Madison Street in Jennings. The two men were arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute for both the marijuana and methamphetamine, as well as possession of drug paraphernalia. Andre Gant also faced an additional charge of possession of a legend drug.

  • The narcotics search was executed by deputies on April 2, 2026.
  • The two men were arrested and booked into the Jefferson Davis Parish Jail following the search.

The players

Andre Gant

A 31-year-old man arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana and methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of a legend drug.

George Gant

A 54-year-old man arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana and methamphetamine, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that executed the narcotics search warrant and made the arrests.

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What’s next

The two men are currently being held in the Jefferson Davis Parish Jail, and their bond amounts have not yet been released by authorities.

The takeaway

This drug bust underscores the ongoing challenges that law enforcement in rural communities like Jeff Davis Parish face in combating the distribution and use of illegal drugs like methamphetamine and marijuana. The seizure of a firearm also raises concerns about the potential for violence associated with the drug trade in the region.